Santorini · The east coast · Καμάρι & Περίσσα
Kamari & Perissa
Long black-sand beaches below the rock of ancient Thera
The east coast · Santorini
About Kamari & Perissa
On the gentle east side of the island, away from the cliffs, two long beaches of black volcanic sand lie on either side of Mesa Vouno, the mountain where ancient Thera stood. Kamari has a seafront promenade and an open-air cinema; Perissa runs on for kilometres to Perivolos and Agios Georgios. The sea is clear and deep, the sand is warm underfoot, and in the evening the light goes gold on the rock above.
Where to stay
Where you'll wake up in Kamari & Perissa
Perissa
A swim off black sand, then the spa as the sun goes down
Antoperla · Spa hotel · €€€
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Family-owned beach hotel
Kamari Beach Hotel
Kamari · The east coast
A family-owned hotel on the black beach of Kamari since 1972, with 106 rooms and a big pool. Close to the airport and the road up to ancient Thera.
Where to eat
Tables we love in Kamari & Perissa
Beach taverna
Poseidon
Perissa · The east coast
A taverna on the beach at Perissa, serving fresh fish and Greek dishes from breakfast to dinner.
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